Is What We Do a good place to start with John Scofield?

Yes, What We Do is recommended as a starting point for new John Scofield listeners. A vibrant blend of intricate melodies and rhythmic improvisation that showcases Scofield's innovative jazz fusion style. By 1993, John Scofield was well-established in the jazz scene, having released several acclaimed albums. 'What We Do' came after his influential 'Grace Under Pressure' and marked a continuation of his exploration into jazz fusion, solidifying his place among the genre's leading innovators.

Who is What We Do for?

What We Do works well if you're into steady mid-tempo groove exploration, intricate guitar work appreciation and vibrant background for socializing.

How many songs are on What We Do?

What We Do has 9 tracks, running approximately 63 minutes.

What We Do

John Scofield · 1993

63 min · 9 tracks · jazz

A vibrant blend of intricate melodies and rhythmic improvisation that showcases Scofield's innovative jazz fusion style.

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Top tracks — play these first

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Little Walk Start here — Opening with a catchy melody, this track sets the tone for the album’s playful yet sophisticated approach to jazz fusion.
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Easy for You — With its soulful guitar licks and smooth rhythms, this track exemplifies Scofield's knack for blending emotional depth with technical prowess.
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Why Nogales? — This piece showcases intricate interactions between instruments, highlighting Scofield's dynamic interplay with his bandmates and pushing the boundaries of traditional jazz.

Elevation

Our rating, out of 100 — and why.

AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.

Instrumental

66 /100

Alpine

Higher than 89% of albums we've rated

The album blends intricate melodies with improvisation, showcasing Scofield's distinctive jazz fusion style.

What we noticed

Each track showcases extended improvisation sections, allowing the musicians to explore themes rather than adhere strictly to a written melody.
The instrumentation prominently features Scofield's guitar work, which is layered with intricate bass lines and dynamic drumming that shifts throughout the record.

Composition 25% of the score: 7/10
Craft 20% of the score: 8/10
Durability 25% of the score: 7/10
Distinctiveness 18% of the score: 8/10
Sequencing 12% of the score: 6/10

Influence 6/10

Significant within its genre. Reported but not counted — how far a record travelled describes its reception rather than the record, and a newer release has had less time to travel than an older one.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

steady mid-tempo groove exploration
intricate guitar work appreciation
vibrant background for socializing
engaging headphone detail listening

Maybe skip if you

prefer instant gratification tracks
seek fast-paced energy

Where this album fits

In the catalog: Deep Cut — A solid entry in Scofield's catalog, showcasing his fusion style but not widely recognized.
Career context: By 1993, John Scofield was well-established in the jazz scene, having released several acclaimed albums. 'What We Do' came after his influential 'Grace Under Pressure' and marked a continuation of his exploration into jazz fusion, solidifying his place among the genre's leading innovators.
Stylistic neighbors: Pat Metheny· Mike Stern· Bill Frisell